Decision Memo Completed

Birch Seedbed Preparation

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Oconto, Wisconsin Lakewood-Laona Ranger District

This project would use mechanical site preparation for a paper birch stand, creating a better seedbed for replanting paper birch.

Location

This project is located in the southeast corner of the Lakewood Ranger District, just north of highway 64.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/26/2016
2
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Green)
Birch Seedbed PreparationDecision Signed Date: 08/31/2016
ForestsChequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
DistrictsLakewood-Laona Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Forest products